Project Manager III – Research & Audio Technology Programs

Linda Werner & Associates•Redmond, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A leading research organization focused on next‑generation AR/VR technologies is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support an ambitious research program within its Audio division. This team is developing breakthrough technologies that enhance human communication and perception in acoustically challenging environments. The role requires a highly motivated individual who can operate independently, collaborate with world‑class researchers, and manage complex scientific and technical projects from concept through completion. This is a fully onsite role supporting a fast‑paced research environment where clarity, organization, and proactive execution are essential.

Requirements

3+ years of project management experience in research, engineering, or product development environments.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast‑paced setting.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions and build strong partnerships.
Exceptional time‑management skills with a track record of meeting deadlines.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
PMP or similar project management certification.
Ability to rapidly assess and organize medium‑term goals.
Strong ownership of priorities and clarity across workstreams.
Proactive risk identification and mitigation.
Clear, concise communication across technical and non-technical teams.
Ability to articulate project goals and priorities with confidence.
Strong stakeholder management and expectation‑setting.
Ability to understand and communicate technical project goals.
Audio domain experience is highly desirable, but candidates with strong technical backgrounds who learn quickly are also encouraged.
Hands‑on task tracking and progress monitoring.
Ensuring timely documentation and completion of research tasks.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Agile methodologies.
Background in audio technology, machine learning, or computer vision.
Experience managing end‑to‑end software or research project lifecycles.

Responsibilities

Lead planning, execution, and delivery of research and feature‑development projects.
Develop project schedules, track milestones, and ensure timely delivery across multiple workstreams.
Identify risks, dependencies, and blockers; implement mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum.
Ensure all project documentation, task tracking, and progress reporting are accurate and up to date.
Partner closely with technical leads in audio signal processing, machine learning, hearing sciences, and related research domains.
Facilitate communication across interdisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment on priorities and timelines.
Escalate unclear priorities and initiate conversations to maintain clarity across workstreams.
Oversee procurement of equipment, materials, and vendor services needed for research activities.
Support operational tasks and non‑research projects as needed to keep the team functioning smoothly.
Maintain strong organizational systems to ensure efficient task management and documentation.
Manage and track tasks in collaboration with technical leads.
Monitor progress toward medium‑term goals (up to 3 months) and adjust plans as needed.
Ensure timely completion and documentation of research tasks and project deliverables.